Restoring power and other utilities during winter requires a more focused effort compared to other seasons. An often overlooked aspect of this task involves accessing the power lines needing repair. A significant portion of utility maintenance equipment is too large and bulky to fit many jobsites. More compact access machines are needed in this scenario.
Note that the frozen ground during wintertime actually reduces damage to backyards. Additionally, winter offers a great opportunity for swapping transformers or other light-duty tasks. Using tight-access utility equipment made by Skylift is the right tool for the job.
Let’s examine how winter jobsite access for utility repair becomes easier with the right backyard easement machines. We also explore some of the surprising ways winter utility repair can still be effective.
Some aspects of utility maintenance during the winter are actually easier compared to spring, summer, and fall. Check out these interesting examples:
Taking full advantage of the benefits of utility repairs during winter requires the right machine. Skylift offers a full line of tight-access utility equipment suitable for winter and throughout the year.
Taking advantage of winter for utility repair requires using the right equipment. Skylift has two machines perfect for handling any wintertime access issues. Let’s examine both.
Skylift’s ML 47 offers an effective solution for your light-duty wintertime utility maintenance needs. It provides a 47-foot working height (Skylift verify) while still being able to fit underneath 7-foot eaves. Accessing the jobsite is also easier with its ability to fit through a standard 36-inch gate.
The ML 47 excels at transformer swaps with its 1000-lb material handling jib and an insulated articulating telescopic boom. Expect it to become a dependable solution for you and your crews. Let’s take a closer look at some of its most important specs.
| Weight: 13,190 lbs | Length: 24'8" |
| Height: 8' | Working height: 47' (Skylift verify) |
| Stowed height: 6'9" | Width: 35" closed; 50" open |
| Base: High-strength steel construction | Engine: 25 HP Diesel Tier 4 compliant |
| Fuel capacity: 15 gallons | Operating PSI: 3,000 PSI |
Additionally, the ML 47 E-Series model offers the same features as the original, but with a hybrid engine. The battery/diesel engine allows your team to work with zero emissions in battery mode with no less in power and functionality. Skylift helps you reduce workplace noise while supporting sustainability initiatives.
Slightly taller than the ML 47, Skylift’s ML 55 handles jobs requiring extended reach. Notably, its 55-foot working height (Skylift verify) doesn’t restrict accessing tough-to-reach utility repair jobsites. After all, it has the same 7-foot eave and 36-inch gate clearance as the ML 47.
Once again, the 1000-lb material handling jib and articulated telescoping boom simplify transformer swaps. Use this functionality for wintertime preventative maintenance tasks, reducing downtime for your crew. Check out these highlighted specs for more insight into the ML 55.
| Weight: 13,500 lbs. | Length: 24'8" |
| Height: 8' | Working height: 55' (Skylift verify) |
| Stowed height: 6'9" | Width: 35" closed; 50" open |
| Base: High-strength steel construction | Engine: 25 HP Diesel Tier 4 compliant |
| Fuel capacity: 15 gallons | Operating PSI: 3,000 PSI |
There is also an ML 55 E-Series model with a battery/diesel hybrid power option. This reduces jobsite noise when operating with zero emissions. This machine offers an effective utility repair option that also improves sustainability.
An engaged repair team in the winter helps you handle any light-duty utility maintenance tasks. While wintertime offers the benefits of frozen ground and jobsite stability, you still need the right compact access equipment. Connect with the experts at Skylift to request a quote for the ML 47 or ML 55. It ensures your team stays productive during winter and throughout the year.